Grain Systems Custom, Utility and Bulk Tank Augers PNEG-195 - Manual (Page 22)

22 PNEG-195 4" Utility and Bulk Tank Auger
10. Troubleshooting
Problem Possible Cause Solution
Utility auger
1. Drive belt may be overtightened, putting
head stub and flight in a bind. Damage
can occur to the auger flighting, thus
caused noise. Damage usually caused
from foreign material having been run
through the auger.
1. It may be necessary to remove the flighting
for inspection.
2. Adjust the drive belt to the proper tension.
Low capacity
1. The auger may not be getting
enough grain.
1. Check that the intake has not bridged over,
restricting flow. The exposed flighting at the
auger intake should be covered with grain to
achieve maximum capacity.
2. The auger is moving too slowly.
2. Check the auger speed. Speeds slower than
the recommended speed will result in
low capacity.
Auger plugs
1. The auger may be getting too much
grain, causing “jamming” inside
the housing.
1. Decrease the amount of grain the auger
is gathering.
2. The motor may be too small or
wired improperly.
2. If the motor is a newer light weight
aluminum type, the next larger size should
be considered.
3. The grain may be wet.
3. If wet grain or other hard-to-move material is
being augured, use a larger size motor than
recommended for normal use.
4. The auger may be jammed with
foreign material.
4. Be sure there is no foreign material in the
auger such as sacks, tarp corners, etc.
5. The discharge end may be plugged.
5. Make sure the discharge end of the auger is
not plugged. A plug of the discharge end will
cause an auger plug.